Probiotics may help with many health conditions. Although they're generally safe, it's important to talk with your doctor ...

The change in season may give rise to respiratory viruses. It is important to protect not just yourself but those around you ...

The infant mortality national rate dropped to about 5.5 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024, according to provisional ...

There are currently 27 cases of measles in Saskatchewan, more than double the number from the end of April. Most new cases are school-aged children and unvaccinated people.

About a quarter of U.S. adults deal with seasonal allergic rhinitis, or hay fever. The immune system reacts to the airborne ...

Almost 15,000 cases were recorded in 2024 - 17 times the levels seen across 2023. Eleven babies also died, making it the ...

So far in 2025 (as of May 1), 70 cases of measles have been notified in Australia, with all states and territories except ...

VashonBePrepared has compiled a list of diseases making national headlines these days and asked the Vashon Medical Reserve Corps to help us provide an update on their status in our region. Other ...

The disease is most severe in young babies, although severe cases and deaths can also occur in older children and adults. Some doctors call pertussis “the 100-day cough” because symptoms can linger ...

Paranoia in older adults can manifest as symptoms like believing people are following you, stealing from you, or sneaking into your house at night. It falls into a category of mental health ...

Current guidelines suggest pregnant women should receive vaccination before birth to pass on antibodies. Our research finds that many children with chronic conditions require seasonal RSV ...